New trail!

Any time we see a sign that indicates "trail construction," we're curious. One of the most recent projects will help fill in a missing link in the 5,000-mile American Discovery Trail. Work is progressing on phase 2 of the Ute Pass Trail, which will connect Green Mountain Falls and Crystola (on the eastbound side of Highway 24). That is part of the 40-mile Ute Pass Trail that someday will connect Manitou Springs with Cripple Creek and hook into the American Discovery Trail. The new section should be open by June.